Artists Statement – My artistic style is the intersection between nature, spirit, and the world of my visions, with a hint of fantasy, yet always tamed by an underlying spirituality and the elements of nature. I create mostly from my visionary imagination. I try to capture the visions that arise when I hear music, read something striking, or see something beautiful. Most of what I see is outdoors, and it is often what others miss. The visions evolve in my mind’s eye, and I try to create those unique and colorful images. Sometimes I know exactly what I want to create. Other times not, but the outcome will surprise and delight me. I especially love when I exceed my expectations and I flow with the work. Making art is a spiritual act for me, and I have been blessed with a steady flow of ideas and visions. I call myself a Visionary Spirit & Fantasy Artist for these reasons. I typically paint the unseen - what is seen only by the soul - rather than the everyday visual world around me.

Mary E D Ryan is known for her unusual and bright painting compositions, most often done in acrylic, but spanning into other mediums quite often. She is drawn to the enchanting, magical, mystical, endearing, whimsical, spiritual, and unexpected. Her work spins out a cast of characters, born of dreams and visions, who are delightful to meet. Perhaps one of them will enchant or capture you.